Forbidden Mate

the secrets hidden within the pack territory. My heart raced with a mixture of excitement and drea

rchway draped in green vines, leading into a bustling courtyard where members of the pack moved with purpos

said, a warm smile on her face t

ength and authority. "Welcome home, Clara! Lyra!" he called, his voice booming with warmth. I could see the p

d until they landed on a tall figure approaching us. It was a man with striking features

w and smooth as he shook my mother's hand. The wa

. "This is my son, Lucas. He wi

up my arm, a sensation that was both thrilling and terrifying. I

playing on his lips. The intensity of his gaze made

ed toward me. "Lyra!" A girl with curly hair and sparkling bl

d, surprised and relie

e can feel overwhelming, but trust me, you'll love it here. Everything is going to

take in," I admitted, glancing aroun

my hand and leading me through the courtyard. As she p

re is the training grounds," she said, her voice animated.

pulled me closer. Jenna led me to the edge of the area, an

with sweat. My cheeks flushed as I watched them spar, their movements fluid and powerful. Lucas's muscle

na whispered, nudging me pl

protested, though my he

s something, huh? Lucas is a natural leader, but he can be a

s had looked at me earlier. There was a complexity to him that in

id, pulling me away from the training grounds.

from the encounter with Lucas but from the hope

ther exploring Lyra's experiences in the pa

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various rooms and shared stories about each member of the pack. As we walked, I could feel m

ed with comfortable couches and a large fireplace. "It's where we all ha

r of a few younger pack members who were gathered aroun

wn a narrow hallway lined with wooden shelves. "It's a qui

d, intrigued by the thought of losing mys

sheepish grin. "But sometimes it's nice to escape

head, curiou

erything. Just stay close to Gabriel and Lucas, and you'll be fine."

rl with fiery red hair, caught my eye. She flashed me a smile that felt both welcoming and ass

elf, feeling a rush of w

ow. We're all here for you," she said before joinin